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Sex Over Cycle: Sex Differences Outweigh Menstrual Cycle Effects on Human Motor Output

Explore the latest evidence on sex differences and menstrual cycle influences on neuromuscular performance. This course examines how biological sex shapes strength, motor control, fatigability, and motor unit behavior, while critically evaluating the commonly held belief that menstrual cycle…

About this course

Exercise and Sport Sciences Reviews, Volume 54 • Number 3 • July 2026 | DOI: 10.1249/JES.0000000000000390

What you will learn

  • Compare the relative influence of biological sex and menstrual cycle phase on strength, motor control, and neuromuscular performance
  • Examine how fluctuations in estradiol and progesterone affect the neuromuscular system and contribute to changes in motor output
  • Evaluate the implications of sex-related differences and menstrual cycle research for study design, female inclusion, and evidence-based exercise science

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